Help Is this a good type of rope for full suspension ?

[DontTouchMeImFamous]

Is it thick enough to support a weight of 110 to 121 lbs? or would you recommend a thicker one?


What type of rope is this called anyways?

(sorry for the bad quality of the pics)

 

[DontTouchMeImFamous]

@JesiBel

 

[JesiBel]

Is it thick enough to support a weight of 110 to 121 lbs? or would you recommend a thicker one?


What type of rope is this called anyways?

(sorry for the bad quality of the pics)


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That twisted rope.. it has a certain shine so it doesn't look like a jute rope, it must be made of some synthetic material. Although I can see some texture... Is it a used rope?

You can cut off a piece and light it on fire (carefully). If it melts, it's synthetic.

It's always good to test all your materials (rope and anchor point) using your full weight and swinging a little (to mimic the spasm/convulsion phase). You can tie the rope to the anchor point and hang from it with your hands. Everything must remain in perfect condition without breaking or being damaged.

It's a little thinner than your fingers... maybe a bit thicker would be more "comfortable". Thickness is sometimes more of a personal choice. Between 10 and 14 mm would be fine.

It is also important that you test the rope tying the: noose knot with a stooper knot (also known as arbor knot); it should slide easily without getting stuck. You can do the test on an arm or a leg.

It will always be better if you can buy one where you can read its breaking load and construction material. Polyester and polypropylene are resistant materials. You can choose a braided, static rope (has no elasticity). They are not expensive and are the best option to have a safe attempt.

Even when you buy a new rope, always test everything (as I mentioned above).

 

[AreWeWinning]

Is it thick enough to support a weight of 110 to 121 lbs? or would you recommend a thicker one?


What type of rope is this called anyways?

(sorry for the bad quality of the pics)


View attachment 176240View attachment 176236

Is this your actual rope? The images look edited... but why?

Anyway, don't have much to add. TL;DR if you don't know either the exact material or the working load or tensile strength, it's anyone's guess. If it's some kind of natural material (i.e. not polyester or polypropylene), then it's still a guess, because those rarely have a specified strength – they can be okay if they are thick though.

 

[DontTouchMeImFamous]

Is this your actual rope? The images look edited... but why?

Anyway, don't have much to add. TL;DR if you don't know either the exact material or the working load or tensile strength, it's anyone's guess. If it's some kind of natural material (i.e. not polyester or polypropylene), then it's still a guess, because those rarely have a specified strength – they can be okay if they are thick though.

Yes it is my actual rope. And yes I edited the image bc I'm so paranoid! I worried someone familiar might recognize my hands lol. But I only changed the colors. Nothing else.

That twisted rope.. it has a certain shine so it doesn't look like a jute rope, it must be made of some synthetic material. Although I can see some texture... Is it a used rope?

You can cut off a piece and light it on fire (carefully). If it melts, it's synthetic.

It's always good to test all your materials (rope and anchor point) using your full weight and swinging a little (to mimic the spasm/convulsion phase). You can tie the rope to the anchor point and hang from it with your hands. Everything must remain in perfect condition without breaking or being damaged.

It's a little thinner than your fingers... maybe a bit thicker would be more "comfortable". Thickness is sometimes more of a personal choice. Between 10 and 14 mm would be fine.

It is also important that you test the rope tying the: noose knot with a stooper knot (also known as arbor knot); it should slide easily without getting stuck. You can do the test on an arm or a leg.

It will always be better if you can buy one where you can read its breaking load and construction material. Polyester and polypropylene are resistant materials. You can choose a braided, static rope (has no elasticity). They are not expensive and are the best option to have a safe attempt.

Even when you buy a new rope, always test everything (as I mentioned above).

Thanks that's actually helpful. Actually it's a new rope, it's not used. Also, what does it mean if it's made of synthetic material?

 

[JesiBel]

Thanks that's actually helpful. Actually it's a new rope, it's not used. Also, what does it mean if it's made of synthetic material?

Synthetic materials (polyester, polypropylene, nylon) are more resistant and strong than natural ones (cotton, jute, hemp).

So it's better to use synthetic ones.

 

[Worndown]

Double braided dock line.
Very smooth and supple.
Incredibly strong.